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Glaucoma

Definition: Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, often due to fluid buildup inside the eye. If left untreated, it can lead to vision loss and blindness.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Noun

A disease characterized by increased intraocular pressure and optic nerve damage, leading to vision loss and potential blindness.

Example Sentence: My grandmother was diagnosed with glaucoma and has to use eye drops daily to manage the condition.

Sense 2:

Noun

The collective term for a group of eye disorders resulting from optic nerve damage.

Example Sentence: There are various types of glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma and angle-closure glaucoma.

Sense 3:

Noun

A condition that gradually reduces peripheral vision.

Example Sentence: As the glaucoma progressed, he noticed a significant loss of vision in his peripheral field.

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